Tuesday, 7 July 2015

Paid Internship GOGLA - Global Off-Grid Lighting Association

The Global Off-Grid Lighting Association (GOGLA) is a neutral, independent, not-for-profit association created to promote lighting and electrification solutions that benefit society and businesses in developing and emerging markets. GOGLA acts as the industry advocate and supports the industry in growing and strengthening the market for clean, quality off-grid lighting and electrical systems. Its main objective is to support industry in scaling the sector based on principles of the triple bottom line, thus contributing to the objectives of Sustainable Energy for All (SE4All) and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). For more information, please visit our website:www.gogla.org
GOGLA is seeking a motivated intern holding at least a Bachelor degree related to international development and communication to support the GOGLA Office. The Office serves the role of facilitator, coordinator, representative and fundraiser of the association.
You will work in an international and dynamic environment. The tasks will include supporting the organization of the 4th international off-grid lighting conference and exhibition, taking place October 26-29 in Dubai. The event will attract more than 600 delegates and around 80 exhibitors from all around the world. In addition you will support the work of the GOGLA office in implementing its social media communications strategy, delivering a dedicated PR campaign, in developing publications and print media, and the daily administration of the association.
Candidates for the internship should be available for a minimum 6 months. Understanding, experience and interest in international conference management and strong organizational as well as communication skills are prerequisites. Solid knowledge of website content management, hoot suite, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn and MS office are required. A high proficiency of spoken and written English is essential. Knowledge of other languages is considered an asset. We are seeking a candidate that is pro-active and has strong social skills.
The internship is remunerated. 
To apply, please send your CV and a motivation letter by July 19th to: Darragh Cotter, atd.cotter@gogla.org


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